Psychiatrist for Student Wellness Centre in Kingston

The Psychiatry Department, Shared Care Division in Kingston, Ontario, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Psychiatrist to join the Student Wellness Services Centre team. The successful candidate will provide psychiatric assessments to students at the University and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and other members of the Department of Psychiatry. This is a busy clinical role requiring significant clinical experience and a strong interest in teaching.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and provide mental health support to students at the University.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including counselors, primary care providers, and other mental health professionals.
• Engage in 70-80% clinical work, ensuring timely and effective psychiatric care for students.
• Provide mentorship and education to medical trainees and staff, fostering a learning environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess experience in clinical psychiatry and strong interest in teaching.
• Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree (or equivalent), eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada or the American Board of Specialties.

COMPENSATION

Between $330,000-$420,000 Alternative Funding Model. 10-20% academic scheduling in research and training protected. 6 weeks of vacation + 2 weeks for educational activities (CMEs), comprehensive administrative support, relocation bonus, and annual bonus. Opportunity to receive additional (out-of-scope) income through Hospital On-Call services and other clinical and academic endeavors.

ABOUT THE CAMPUS

The University is recognized nationally for the quality of its undergraduate and graduate programs, which attract outstanding students. The University is an integral part of the vibrant Kingston community in the heart of the Thousand Islands region of southeastern Ontario. It has a community spirit and amenities unmatched by any other Canadian university. The University and the region offer an outstanding academic and community environment. High retention rate of former residents and international graduates who provide a unique perspective.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to kaizen@mdsearch.ca.

COMMUNITY

Kingston is one of Canada's most beautiful and historic cities with an affordable cost of living with everything being 15 minutes away. It has the highest number of restaurants per capita in the country, with a plethora of opportunities to live right on the water (still affordable) with low insurance premiums (auto/home). Kingston is located only two and a half hours from the major Canadian cities of Toronto and Montreal with their international airports, two hours from Canada's capital of Ottawa and just a 20-minute drive to the American border.

Kingston is designated as an eligible city for international medical graduates from Canadian residency programs in Ontario to complete their return of service in a vibrant and close-knit community.